Do we need a royal commission into violence against women?
Jun 4, 2026 •
29 women have been killed in Australia so far this year - most allegedly by their intimate partner. Their names sometimes hit the headlines, but often not. And even then, the outrage seldom lasts.
We’ve known for a long time that Australia has a problem with violence against women. Little seems to work to change the statistics. For some advocates - a Royal Commission is the only chance at making a difference.
A petition calling for that - now sits at more than 110-thousand signatures.
Today, writer and advocate Jess Hill on whether it will ever happen, and what it could achieve, if it did.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Do we need a royal commission into violence against women?
1937 • Jun 4, 2026
Do we need a royal commission into violence against women?
29 women have been killed in Australia so far this year - most allegedly by their intimate partner. Their names sometimes hit the headlines, but often not. And even then, the outrage seldom lasts.
We’ve known for a long time that Australia has a problem with violence against women. Little seems to work to change the statistics. For some advocates - a Royal Commission is the only chance at making a difference.
A petition calling for that - now sits at more than 110-thousand signatures.
Today, writer and advocate Jess Hill on whether it will ever happen, and what it could achieve, if it did.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Writer and advocate, Jess Hill
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